2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1959 Austin A 135
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 1959 Austin A 135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1959 Austin A 135 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 166 | A 135 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 34 L |
